Corneal Ulcer Flashcards by Andrew Gregory | Brainscape

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Infectious Keratitis Definition

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Microbial invasion of cornea causing inflammation and damage
Non-infectious is rare

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Infectious Keratitis Presentation

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RFs
Redness
Pain
Increased lacrimation
Discharge
Decreased acuity
Photophobia

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Infectious Keratitis Management

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Topical, empirical antibiotics

- If viral, ganciclovir/aciclovir, topical or PO depending on cause

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